2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 581 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Envoy | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Envoy | Tucson |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |